Paleo Bison Egg Roll in a Bowl with Sweet Potato
Flavorful ground bison sautéed with crisp shredded cabbage, fresh ginger, and garlic in a savory coconut aminos sauce, served alongside tender roasted sweet potato.
Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
Makes
4 servings
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Made by Fiona + Lila
Fiona created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min
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Equipment
Oven · Wok · Large skillet · Sheet pan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Leftover Storage: Store remaining servings in sealed glass containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment…
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and…
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and…
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Spread 2 cups (260g) of diced sweet…
Spread 2 cups (260g) of diced sweet potato onto the baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp (15ml) avocado oil, and season with a pinch of sea salt. Roast for 22 to 25 minutes until tender and lightly browned, tossing halfway through.
Look for: tender and lightly browned, tossing halfway through
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Heat 1 tbsp (15ml) toasted sesame oil…
While the sweet potatoes roast, heat 1 tbsp (15ml) toasted sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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Add 1.1 lbs (500g) ground bison to the skillet. Brown for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula, until no pink remains and it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Look for: no pink remains and it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C)
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Add 2 pcs minced garlic cloves and…
Add 2 pcs minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp (6g) freshly grated ginger root to the bison. Stir continuously for 1 minute until fragrant.
Look for: fragrant
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Dump 4 cups (280g) shredded green cabbage…
Dump 4 cups (280g) shredded green cabbage into the skillet. Pour in 3 tbsp (45ml) coconut aminos and 1 tbsp (15ml) apple cider vinegar. Toss well to combine.
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Saute for 4 to 5 minutes until…
Saute for 4 to 5 minutes until the cabbage softens slightly but retains a pleasant crunch.
Look for: the cabbage softens slightly but retains a pleasant crunch
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Divide the sweet potato and egg roll…
Divide the sweet potato and egg roll stir-fry evenly among 4 bowls (or container jars for leftovers) and serve hot.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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